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Recurring Events
Every Tuesday at 9 am Loren and little Angelo will lead a Toddler Trek at Guadalupe Oak Grove Park. We will meet at the Vargas Dr. Entrance which is a break in the fence with plenty of street parking. The walk is unpaved and stroller friendly. Dogs welcome. We will make a 1 mile loop stopping midway at a playground. This will be very unstructured with plenty of time for the kids to explore and collect treasures. If we are lucky we will see some squirrel friends, acorn woodpeckers, and maybe even a hummingbird. To find this trail head south on Almaden Expressway, take a right onto Coleman (just before Almaden Lake Park), then a left onto Recife Way. Recife Way will dead end at Vargas Dr. and the trail head. If are running late give Loren a call at 831-227-6737. Come join on our adventure!
Every Tuesday at 1:30 pm Amy and her two wee ones will lead a hike at a different location in the South Bay/ Peninsula Region. Please read descriptions below/click through links on the calendar to know what baby transport works best.
Thursday Afternoons at 4:30 pm, Debbie and little Max will lead a Toddler Trek. We'll encourage the toddlers to walk for this 1 - 1.5 hour slow-paced hike, where we'll welcome breaks to explore nature, play, and snack. You are welcome to bring strollers or carriers if you think your child will get tired hiking. Younger children and babies, and pregnant moms welcome! See the specific details below or in the calendar for each event.
Fridays at 9:45 am Jenn W. and little Scott will lead an approximately 90 minute stroller hike.
On the second Saturday of every month from the Spring through October, at 10 am join BetterBurlingame.org for the Family Fun Bike Ride in Burlingame. Tricycles, training wheels, and trailers are welcome! The ride starts at the parking lot of the Broadway Caltrain Station on California Drive. As described on BetterBurlingame.org's Website:
" We bike over the new Broadway Bicycle-Pedestrian Overpass, and cruise along the Bayfront bike path for about a mile to the small City park next to the beautiful Anza Lagoon. Return trip: We retrace our route, ending up at Preston’s on Broadway for FREE ICE CREAM for all the kids."
On the third Saturday of every month, at 10:30 am join Bike Buddies for a Family Friendly Bike Ride through downtown San Carlos. The ride will last up to an hour. For more information, see SanCarlosGreen.org's Website.
March 2010
Unique Events (Also click calendar for details on Recurring Events):
Tuesday, March 2nd at 1:30 pm Amy B. and her wee ones will lead a hike at Sunnyvale Baylands Park. This trail is entirely paved, so any stroller will work! Meet next to the recycled water test garden (take a left after entering the park). For more information or directions, see the Baylands Page. The park does not charge a fee for parking this time of year. If you're running late, call Amy at 408-368-7161.
Thursday, March 4th at 4:30 pm join Debbie and little Max for a Toddler Trek at Hidden Villa in Los Altos Hills. Hidden Villa is a fully functional, educational farm, with chickens, pigs, goats, cows, and more! Toddlers will be encouraged to walk, run, and explore. We'll talk about farm animals and organic gardening. Meet at the farm's parking lot near their visitor center. Bring a suggested $5 donation for parking. Baby backpacks or carriers or a jogging stroller work best if your toddler doesn't want to walk. Sorry, dogs not allowed. For directions or more information, see Hidden Villa Page. Call Debbie at 650-776-1082 if you're running late.
Friday, March 5th at 9:45 am Jenn W. and little Scott will lead at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino/Los Altos Hills. Meet at the main lower parking lot at the water fountain in front of the bathrooms(just past the entrance, turn right, then follow the road until it ends). For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. The hike will be to the farm and back - about 2 miles, with a stop at the farm for a break. This hike is at least half shaded. If you're running late, give Jenn a call at 210-859-8721.
Sunday, March 7th at 10 am come out for the Second Annual Jenny's Light 5K or 1/2 mile children's Fun Run. The 5K race is a flat, paved loop through Vasona Park, beginning at Gateway Pavilion, near the entrance to Vasona near Blossom Hill Road. Prizes will be awarded to top males and females in age groups as well as top males and females with baby joggers. Walkers are welcome! Silent auction and raffle will also occur. For more information, visit www.jennyslight.org. Jenny's Light is a 501-c-3 public charity working to increasing awareness of all perinatal mood disorders, including postpartum depression. Register before mid-February for the lowest registration fees.
Tuesday, March 9th at 1:30 pm join Amy B. and her wee ones for a hike at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino / Los Altos Hills. We'll do an almost entirely paved, flat path or a hilly, packed dirt route, depending on who attends. Both trails will go to the farm, and maybe past it. Any baby transport will work, and bikes or trikes can be used on the flat route. Meet at the upper parking lot where model airplanes are flown (just past the entrance, turn right, then left into the first parking area uphill from the lower two). For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. This hike is at least half shaded. Call Amy at 408-368-7161 if you're running late.
Thursday, March 11th at 4:30 pm join Debbie and little Max for a Toddler Trek at Santa Teresa County Park in San Jose. Come out to see the wildflowers blooming, look for checkerspot butterflies, try to spy a deer, and find serpentine rock formations. Much of this route follows the Juan Bautista De Anza Trail. To get to the trailhead, take the Almaden Expressway exit from Highway 85, then travel south on Almaden Expressway. Turn right onto Harry Road, then left on McKean Road. Turn onto Fortini Road, then park at the dirt parking lot at the park entrance (where San Vicente Avenue also enters the park). The trail is a 2.5 mile loop; we'll follow Fortini Trail along the Santa Teresa Creek for almost a mile, then turn left on Mine Trail, then left on Stile Ranch Trail for some nice views and a return back to the parking lot. There is no parking fee at this park entrance. If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082. This is a Santa Clara County Healthy Trails outing.
Friday, March 12th at 9:45 am join Jenn W. and little Scott for a hike at Shoreline Park in Mountain View/Palo Alto. The trail is paved, so it's great for all strollers or kid carriers. Meet at the lake next to where the sailboats are kept (to the right of the cafe / bathrooms building) in Shoreline Park. There are plenty of play structures and a beach for toddlers - we'll stop to play after the hike! Sorry, no dogs allowed. For information about the park and directions, see Shoreline Park Page and Emily Renzel/Byxbee Page. If you're running late, call Jenn at 210-859-8721.
Tuesday, March 16th at 1:30 pm join Amy B. and her wee ones for a hike at Byxbee Park in Palo Alto. Meet at the Byxbee parking area. We'll hike up and down the lovely crushed oyster shell paths around the artistic installments to Byxbee Park, then hike over to the Palo Alto Baylands Park, stopping to check out the birds around the duck pond as well as any artists trying to capture the interesting landscape. The trail works fine for all types of strollers. Dogs allowed! For more information about the parks and directions to Byxbee's main parking lot, see Byxbee Page and Palo Alto Baylands Page. If you're running late, call Amy at 408-368-7161.
Thursday, March 18th at 4:30 pm join Debbie and little Max for a Toddler Trek at Bol Park in Palo Alto. Meet at Bol Park near the corner of Matadero Avenue and Laguna Avenue (on Laguna Avenue). This trail is entirely paved, so any baby transport will work, but we'll encourage toddlers to walk. The trail is a widely used multi-use path that was converted from an old railroad line - a little history here! Come visit the donkeys and chickens and see a piece of "old" Palo Alto. Meet at the playground in the middle of the park. For more information, see The Bol Park Webpage. Call Debbie at 650-776-1082 if you're running late.
Friday, March 19th at 9:45 am Jenn W. and little Scott will lead at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino/Los Altos Hills. Meet at the equestrian parking lot(just past the entrance head immediately downhill). This is a different starting location than other Rancho San Antonio hikes of Jenn's. For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. We'll get a little hill workout, climbing the hill from the equestrian parking lot to the water tower, then enjoying the fun turns downhill to the farm, where we'll have a break. The hill is tough for toddlers to walk, so bring a carrier or stroller for the first part of the hike. Large wheeled strollers/joggers or carriers/backpacks recommended if your little one isn't going to walk. Plan on a 1.5 to 1.75 hour hike. If you're running late, give Jenn a call at 210-859-8721.
Tuesday, March 23rd at 1:30 pm join Amy B. and her wee ones for a hike at Stevens Creek Trail beginning from the park at Easy Street in Mountain View. Any stroller or carrier will work; the path is a lovely two-lane paved one. We’ll have the option of walking towards the bay or towards the hills (the trail has been extended through Mountain View). For the bay direction, the first and last quarter of this hike is well shaded, and we hope to have some bay breezes, in case it’s warm. For the hill direction, the trail is shaded for the majority of the hike. For more information about the trail or directions, see The Stevens Creek Trail Webpage. If you’re running late, call Amy at 408-368-7161.
Thursday, March 25th at 4:30 pm join Debbie and little Max for a Toddler Trek at Ed Levin County Park in Milpitas. We'll encourage toddlers to run, walk, and explore as we hike around Spring Valley Pond along Nature Trail. We'll talk about fishing and the role of fish in this ecosystem, where ducks and zooplankton are prevalent. To get there, take Hwy 680 East and exit at Calaveras Road, then follow signs to the park. Park at the far end of the parking lot to the right of the ranger office/visitor center, then meet near the trailhead for Nature Trail. Bring a few dollars to pay for parking. If you are running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082. This is a Santa Clara County Healthy Trails outing.
Friday, March 26th at 9:45 am Jenn W. and little Scott will lead a hike at Stanford Dish, beginning from the guard's kiosk at the Stanford Road entrance. Strollers recommended, as we'll try to do a little jogging. Sorry, no dogs allowed. For information on this area or directions, see The Stanford Dish Page. If you're running late, call Jenn at 210-859-8721.
Saturday, March 27th from 7 pm to 8:30 pm join Jennifer and little Kayla for a near-Full Moon Hike at Vasona County Park in Los Gatos. Meet at the playground parking lot inside Vasona Park for this wonderful family-friendly hike. Look for bats, listen for frogs and crickets, and see what other animals come to life as dusk falls at this lovely park with paved trails. Jennifer Snedeker will lead this family-friendly event, suitable for baby transport of all types. Meet at the Vasona playground parking lot. Bring some layered clothes if it cools down, and also bring water, a snack, and a flashlight. Jennifer is a wonderful educator who will break up the hike with games and exploration, depending on what critters the group sees. This event is co-sponsored by Santa Clara County Parks and Recreation. For information about Vasona’s trail and directions to get to Vasona, see the Los Gatos Creek Trail Page or Santa Clara Parks and Rec’s Page about Vasona. If you're running late, call Jennifer at 408-470-0463.
Thursday, April 1st at 4:30 pm join Debbie and little Max for a Toddler Trek at Almaden Quicksilver Park in San Jose at the corner of Hicks and Umunhum Roads. We'll hike the 2.6 mile Wood Road Trail. Dogs are welcome, and the trail is half shaded. We'll climb some mild hills, to visit the Mine Hill Rotary Furnace, then return the way we came. There's a nice view of Mount Umunhum from atop these old mining hills! We'll meet at the dirt parking lot, at the junction of Hicks Road, Wood Road, and Umunhum Road. Bring water and a snack for a break at the top of the hills. To get there, take Hwy 85 to Almaden Expressway South, then travel seven miles South along Almaden Expressway to Almaden Road. Continue along Alamaden Road until Alamitos Road, then pass the Almaden Reservoir at about 3.25 miles along Alamitos Road. Turn right on Hicks Road, then at the junction between Hicks and Umunhum Roads, turn right into the Wood Road parking lot. No parking fee. If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082. This is a Santa Clara County Healthy Trails outing.
Friday, April 2nd at 9:45 am Jenn W. and little Scott will lead at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino/Los Altos Hills off of Cristo Rey Drive, Cupertino. Meet at the main lower parking lot at the water fountain in front of the bathrooms(just past the entrance, turn right, then follow the road until it ends). For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. The hike will be to the farm and back - about 2 miles, with a stop at the farm for a break. This hike is at least half shaded. If you're running late, give Jenn a call at 210-859-8721.
Tuesday, April 6th at 1:30 pm join Amy B. and her wee ones for a hike at Shoreline Park in Mountain View/Palo Alto at 3070 N. Shoreline Blvd. The trail is paved, so it's great for all strollers or kid carriers. Meet at the lake next to where the sailboats are kept (to the right of the cafe / bathrooms building) in Shoreline Park. There are plenty of play structures and a beach for toddlers - we'll stop to play after the hike! Sorry, no dogs allowed. For information about the park and directions, see Shoreline Park Page and Emily Renzel/Byxbee Page. If you're running late, call Amy at 408-368-7161.
Thursday, April 8th at 4:30 pm join Debbie and little Max for a Toddler Trek at Alviso Marina and Don Edwards Wildlife Refuge in Alviso near the intersection of Mill and Hope Streets. Come enjoy the range of birds, the Bay breezes, and see the train! The boardwalks here are great for toddlers. Meet at the Marina Parking lot. Bring a carrier or a jogging stroller for wee ones. Sorry, no dogs allowed. For directions or more information about the area, see The Alviso / Don Edwards Page. Call Debbie at 650-776-1082 if you're running late. This is a Santa Clara County Healthy Trails outing.
Friday, April 9th at 9:45 am join Jenn W. and little Scott for a hike at Stevens Creek Trail beginning from the Crittenden Trailhead in Mountain View, near 1495 Crittenden Lane. Any stroller or carrier will work; the path is a lovely two-lane paved one. For more information about the trail or directions, see The Stevens Creek Trail Webpage. If you’re running late, call Jenn at 210-859-8721.
Tuesday, April 13th at 1:30 pm join Amy and her wee ones for a visit to Ardenwood Farm in Fremont, just over the Dumbarton Bridge, at 34600 Ardenwood Blvd. The farm has historic displays, live animals, and a horse-drawn railroad! Bring some money for admission (two dollars for adults, 1 dollar for children over the age of four). This will not be a strenuous hike, but will be suitable for toddlers or older children. We'll visit all the park has to offer, following the roads and trails in the park to the three fields, orchard, gardens, barn and farmyard, and of course the train! We'll try to watch a blacksmith work, feed the animals, and get an ear of corn to pop in the microwave. For more information and directions, see the Ardenwood Webpage. If you're running late, call Amy at 408-368-7161.
Thursday, April 15th at 4:30 pm join Debbie and little Max for a Toddler Trek at location to be determined.
Friday, April 16th at 9:45 am Jenn W. and little Scott will lead at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino/Los Altos Hills off of Cristo Rey Drive, Cupertino. Meet at the main lower parking lot at the water fountain in front of the bathrooms(just past the entrance, turn right, then follow the road until it ends). For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. The hike will be to the farm and back - about 2 miles, with a stop at the farm for a break. This hike is at least half shaded. If you're running late, give Jenn a call at 210-859-8721.
Tuesday, April 20th at 1:30 pm join Amy B. and her wee ones for a hike at Bol Park in Palo Alto. Meet at Bol Park near the corner of Matadero Avenue and Laguna Avenue (on Laguna Avenue). This trail is entirely paved, so any baby transport will work. The trail is a widely used multi-use path that was converted from an old railroad line - a little history here! Come visit the donkeys and chickens and see a piece of "old" Palo Alto. Meet at the playground in the middle of the park. For more information, see The Bol Park Webpage. If you're running late, call Amy at 408-368-7161.
Thursday, April 22nd at 4:30 pm join Debbie and little Max for a Earth Day Toddler Trek. More information to come!
Friday, April 23rd at 9:45 am join Jenn W. and little Scott for a hike at Byxbee Park in Palo Alto, at the corner of Terminal Blvd and San Antonio Road. Meet at the San Antonio Road trailhead. Large wheeled strollers/joggers or baby carriers/backpacks are recommended. Dogs allowed! We'll walk amongst the ponds and baylands, looking out for birds and dragonflies. For more information about the parks and directions to Byxbee, see Byxbee Page . If you're running late, call Jenn at 210-859-8721.
Saturday, April 24th from 7 pm - 8:30 pm join Jennifer and little Kayla for a Full Moon Hike at Harvey Bear / Coyote Lake Ranch Park near Gilroy off of San Martin Avenue in San Martin. What a treat to share sunset and witness some critters settling down to rest, while other creatures come alive at night! We'll hike Martin Murphy Trail, a 2 mile paved loop, with excellent vantage points for seeing stars and looking for bats flying to catch insects, while offering plenty of safe space for toddlers and children to hike with us. Jennifer will alert you to nature at dusk and beyond, by the light of the moon. All family members welcome! This is a Santa Clara County Play Here activity. Register at the Santa Clara County Website or by calling or e-mailing Carrie Grisenti at 408-355-2240
or Carrie.Grisenti@prk.sccgov.org, or just come out to join us! To get to the trailhead, drive towards Gilroy on Highway 101. From the Highway 101 exit at San Martin Avenue, drive East for 2 miles on San Martin Avenue. The Harvey Bear Ranch entrance to the park is on the left, a quarter mile East of Foothill Avenue, on San Martin Avenue. Call Jennifer at 408-470-0463 if you're running late. The event is free, but a parking fee may apply.
Tuesday, April 27th at 1:30 pm join Amy B. and her wee ones for a hike at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino / Los Altos Hills off of Cristo Rey Drive, Cupertino. We'll do an almost entirely paved, flat path or a hilly, packed dirt route, depending on who attends. Both trails will go to the farm, and maybe past it. Any baby transport will work, and bikes or trikes can be used on the flat route. Meet at the upper parking lot where model airplanes are flown (just past the entrance, turn right, then left into the first parking area uphill from the lower two). For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. This hike is at least half shaded. Call Amy at 408-368-7161 if you're running late.
Thursday, April 29th join Debbie and little Max for a Toddler Trek at Los Gatos Creek Trail for a hike toward / to Vasona Park or around the percolation ponds here. This is a two-lane paved path, so any transport will work. Meet at Los Gatos Creek Park, at 1250 Dell Avenue in Campbell, in the parking lot. If you would like to avoid paying a fee for parking, park along the street. For information about the trail, see Los Gatos Creek Page. Sorry, no dogs allowed. If you'd like to do window shopping afterwards, downtown Los Gatos amd Campbell are nearby! This is a Santa Clara County Healthy Trails outing. If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082.
Friday, April 30th at 9:45 am Jenn W. and little Scott will lead at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino/Los Altos Hills off of Cristo Rey Drive, Cupertino. Meet at the main lower parking lot at the water fountain in front of the bathrooms(just past the entrance, turn right, then follow the road until it ends). For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. The hike will be to the farm and back - about 2 miles, with a stop at the farm for a break. This hike is at least half shaded. If you're running late, give Jenn a call at 210-859-8721.
Thursday, May 6th join Debbie and little Max for a Toddler Trek at Fremont Older in Saratoga/Cupertino. We'll encourage toddlers to walk, run, and explore, and visit the "ruins" by the creek, before heading up to a viewpoint to see the rolling grassland and the valley below. Non-walking children should ride in backpacks or carriers. We'll talk about seeds, with grasses as examples, and notice how seeds hitch a ride on socks with special adaptations. Dogs welcome. For more information about the area and directions, see Fremont Older Page. Meet at the Prospect Road parking lot.
Call Debbie at 650-776-1082 if you're running late.
Friday, May 7th at 9:45 am Jenn W. and little Scott will lead at Bol Park in Palo Alto. Meet at Bol Park near the corner of Matadero Avenue and Laguna Avenue (on Laguna Avenue). This trail is entirely paved, so any baby transport will work. The trail is a widely used multi-use path that was converted from an old railroad line - a little history here! Come visit the donkeys and chickens and see a piece of "old" Palo Alto. Meet at the playground in the middle of the park. For more information, see The Bol Park Webpage. If you're running late, give Jenn a call at 210-859-8721.
Saturday, May 8th join Stroller Hikes in celebrating the release of the second edition of Healthy Trails, a guide published by Santa Clara County Parks and Recreation. More details to come!
Thursday, May 13th at 4:30 pm join Debbie and little Max for a Toddler Trek at Alviso Marina and Don Edwards Wildlife Refuge in Alviso. Come enjoy the range of birds, the Bay breezes, and see the train! The boardwalks here are great for toddlers. Meet at the Marina Parking lot. Bring a carrier or a jogging stroller for wee ones. Sorry, no dogs allowed. For directions or more information about the area, see The Alviso / Don Edwards Page. Call Debbie at 650-776-1082 if you're running late. This is a Santa Clara County Healthy Trails outing.
Friday, May 14th at 9:45 am Jenn W. and little Scott will lead at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino/Los Altos Hills. Meet at the main lower parking lot at the water fountain in front of the bathrooms(just past the entrance, turn right, then follow the road until it ends). For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. The hike will be to the farm and back - about 2 miles, with a stop at the farm for a break. This hike is at least half shaded. If you're running late, give Jenn a call at 210-859-8721.
Thursday, May 20th join Debbie and little Max for a Toddler Trek at John W. Christian Greenbelt in Sunnyvale. Come enjoy a brisk walk along this lovely wide, paved greenbelt in Sunnyvale and Santa Clara. Dogs allowed but be sure they can manage on a faster-paced walk/run. We'll take a break around the halfway point for the trip, to play at the large playground for toddlers (which includes water features, so bring clothes if it's warm out), along the greenbelt. Meet at the pedestrian bridge on Ahwanee Avenue and San Junipero Drive (the bridge is just NW of San Junipero Dr.). For more information about the trail, see the John W Christian Greenbelt Webpage. If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082.
Friday, May 21st at 9:45 am join Jenn W. and little Scott for a hike at Shoreline Park in Mountain View/Palo Alto. The trail is paved, so it's great for all strollers or kid carriers. Meet at the lake next to where the sailboats are kept (to the right of the cafe / bathrooms building) in Shoreline Park. There are plenty of play structures and a beach for toddlers - we'll stop to play after the hike! Sorry, no dogs allowed. For information about the park and directions, see Shoreline Park Page and Emily Renzel/Byxbee Page. If you're running late, call Jenn at 210-859-8721.
Thursday, May 27th join Debbie and little Max for a Toddler Trek at McClellan Ranch in Cupertino. We may see some reptiles, plants, and insects with the help of one of the naturalists of the park. We may also visit the gardens and livestock area of the park. Come walk along the new stretch of Stevens Creek Trail here, and check out the creek! Meet at the parking lot at McClellan Ranch Park at 22221 McClellan Road in Cupertino. Any baby transport will work, but we’ll encourage toddlers to hike. If you’re running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082.
Friday, May 28th no hike scheduled.
Saturday, May 29th from 8 pm to 9:30 pm join Jennifer and little Kayla for a near-Full Moon Hike at Vasona County Park in Los Gatos. Meet at the playground parking lot inside Vasona Park for this wonderful family-friendly hike. Look for bats, listen for frogs and crickets, and see what other animals come to life as dusk falls at this lovely park with paved trails. Jennifer Snedeker will lead this family-friendly event, suitable for baby transport of all types. Meet at the Vasona playground parking lot. Bring some layered clothes if it cools down, and also bring water, a snack, and a flashlight. Jennifer is a wonderful educator who will break up the hike with games and exploration, depending on what critters the group sees. This event is co-sponsored by Santa Clara County Parks and Recreation. For information about Vasona’s trail and directions to get to Vasona, see the Los Gatos Creek Trail Page or Santa Clara Parks and Rec’s Page about Vasona.
Thursday, June 3rd no Toddler Trek scheduled.
Friday, June 4th at 9:45 am Jenn W. and little Scott will lead at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino/Los Altos Hills. Meet at the main lower parking lot at the water fountain in front of the bathrooms(just past the entrance, turn right, then follow the road until it ends). For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. The hike will be to the farm and back - about 2 miles, with a stop at the farm for a break. This hike is at least half shaded. If you're running late, give Jenn a call at 210-859-8721.
Thursday, June 10th no Toddler Trek scheduled.
Friday, June 11th at 9:45 am Jenn W. and little Scott will lead a hike at Stanford Dish, beginning from the guard's kiosk at the Stanford Road entrance. Strollers recommended, as we'll try to do a little jogging. Sorry, no dogs allowed. For information on this area or directions, see The Stanford Dish Page. If you're running late, call Jenn at 210-859-8721.
Thursday, June 17th no Toddler Trek scheduled.
Friday, June 18th at 9:45 am Jenn W. and little Scott will lead at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino/Los Altos Hills. Meet at the main lower parking lot at the water fountain in front of the bathrooms(just past the entrance, turn right, then follow the road until it ends). For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. The hike will be to the farm and back - about 2 miles, with a stop at the farm for a break. This hike is at least half shaded. If you're running late, give Jenn a call at 210-859-8721.
Thursday, June 24th at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino/Los Altos Hills. We'll do an almost entirely paved, flat path or a hilly, packed dirt route, depending on who attends. Both trails will go to the farm, and maybe past it. Any baby transport will work, and bikes or trikes can be used on the flat route. Meet at the upper parking lot where model airplanes are flown (just past the entrance, turn right, then left into the first parking area uphill from the lower two). For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. This hike is at least half shaded. Call Debbie at 650-776-1082 if you're running late.
Friday, June 25th at 9:45 am join Jenn W. and little Scott for a tour of the farm at Hidden Villa in Los Altos Hills. Hidden Villa is a fully functional, educational farm, with chickens, pigs, goats, cows, and more! Meet at the farm's parking lot near their visitor center. Bring $5 for parking. Baby backpacks or carriers or a jogging stroller work best if your toddler doesn't want to walk. Sorry, dogs not allowed. For directions or more information, see Hidden Villa Page. Call Jenn at 210-859-8721 if you're running late.
Saturday, June 26th join Stroller Hikes and plenty of other local health-minded organizations for Santa Clara County's Festival in the Park. The event will run from 11 to 4 pm at Hellyer Park in San Jose. Free, with plenty to do and see. Last year's event offered a fun run and free frozen juice bars. Bring a water bottle, as it may be warm! More information to come!
Saturday, June 26th from 8 pm - 9:30 pm join Jennifer and little Kayla for a Full Moon Hike at Harvey Bear / Coyote Lake Ranch Park near Gilroy. What a treat to share sunset and witness some critters settling down to rest, while other creatures come alive at night! We'll hike Martin Murphy Trail, a 2 mile paved loop, with excellent vantage points for seeing stars and looking for bats flying to catch insects, while offering plenty of safe space for toddlers and children to hike with us. Jennifer will alert you to nature at dusk and beyond, by the light of the moon. All family members welcome! This is a Santa Clara County Play Here activity. Register at the Santa Clara County Website or by calling or e-mailing Carrie Grisenti at 408-355-2240
or Carrie.Grisenti@prk.sccgov.org, or just come out to join us! To get to the trailhead, drive towards Gilroy on Highway 101. From the Highway 101 exit at San Martin Avenue, drive East for 2 miles on San Martin Avenue. The Harvey Bear Ranch entrance to the park is on the left, a quarter mile East of Foothill Avenue, on San Martin Avenue. Call Jennifer at 408-470-0463 if you're running late. The event is free, but a parking fee may apply.
Thursday, July 1st at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Alviso Marina and Don Edwards Wildlife Refuge in Alviso. Come enjoy the range of birds, the Bay breezes, and see the train! The boardwalks here are great for toddlers. Meet at the Marina Parking lot. Bring a carrier or a jogging stroller for wee ones. Sorry, no dogs allowed. For directions or more information about the area, see The Alviso / Don Edwards Page. Call Debbie at 650-776-1082 if you're running late. This is a Santa Clara County Healthy Trails outing.
Friday, July 2nd no hike scheduled.
Thursday, July 8th at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Guadalupe Oak Grove Park in San Jose. We will meet at another entrance off Golden Oak Way - not Vargas Dr. Entrance where Lauren begins her Toddler Treks. The walk is unpaved and stroller friendly. Dogs welcome. If toddlers bring their bikes, we'll stick to the bike-friendly meadow trail. To find the park, head south on Almaden Expressway, then turn right on McAbee Road (called Winfield Blvd if you turn left). You'll see the park on your right within a couple of blocks, at the junction with Golden Oak Way. Meet at the playground adjacent to Guadalupe Oak Grove Park (the playground is tecchnocally part of another city park), next to the Fontana Dog Park. There is plenty of street parking. If are running late give Debbie a call at 650-776-1082.
Friday, July 9th at 9:45 am Jenn W. and little Scott will lead at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino/Los Altos Hills. Meet at the main lower parking lot at the water fountain in front of the bathrooms(just past the entrance, turn right, then follow the road until it ends). For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. The hike will be to the farm and back - about 2 miles, with a stop at the farm for a break. This hike is at least half shaded. If you're running late, give Jenn a call at 210-859-8721.
Thursday, July 15th at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Los Gatos Creek Trail for a hike toward / to Vasona Park or around the percolation ponds here. This is a two-lane paved path, so any transport will work. Meet at Los Gatos Creek Park, at 1250 Dell Avenue in Campbell, in the parking lot. If you would like to avoid paying a fee for parking, park along the street. For information about the trail, see Los Gatos Creek Page. Sorry, no dogs allowed. If you'd like to do window shopping afterwards, downtown Los Gatos amd Campbell are nearby! This is a Santa Clara County Healthy Trails outing. If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082.
Friday, July 16th at 9:45 am join Jenn W. and little Scott for a hike at Stevens Creek Trail beginning from the trailhead at Whisman Park and School in Mountain View. Any stroller or carrier will work; the path is a lovely two-lane paved one. We’ll have the option of walking towards the bay or towards the hills (the trail has been extended through Mountain View). For the bay direction, the first and last quarter of this hike is well shaded, and we hope to have some bay breezes, in case it’s warm. For the hill direction, the trail is shaded for the majority of the hike. For more information about the trail or directions, see The Stevens Creek Trail Webpage. If you’re running late, call Jenn at 210-859-8721.
Thursday, July 22nd at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Water Dog Lake in Belmont. Meet beside the gate at Lake Road. Jogging strollers or baby backpacks or carriers are best for non-walking children - we will not walk on steep trails.
We'll trek to the lake and back, stopping at the pier to watch the ducks, look for frogs and dragonflies, and maybe watch some dogs swimming. For directions and more information, see The Water Dog Lake Webpage. Dogs welcome! If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082.
Friday, July 23rd at 9:45 am Jenn W. and little Scott will lead at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino/Los Altos Hills. Meet at the main lower parking lot at the water fountain in front of the bathrooms(just past the entrance, turn right, then follow the road until it ends). For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. The hike will be to the farm and back - about 2 miles, with a stop at the farm for a break. This hike is at least half shaded. If you're running late, give Jenn a call at 210-859-8721.
Saturday, July 24th from 8:30 pm - 10 pm join Jennifer and little Kayla for a Full Moon Hike at Harvey Bear / Coyote Lake Ranch Park near Gilroy. What a treat to share sunset and witness some critters settling down to rest, while other creatures come alive at night! We'll hike Martin Murphy Trail, a 2 mile paved loop, with excellent vantage points for seeing stars and looking for bats flying to catch insects, while offering plenty of safe space for toddlers and children to hike with us. Jennifer will alert you to nature at dusk and beyond, by the light of the moon. All family members welcome! This is a Santa Clara County Play Here activity. Register at the Santa Clara County Website or by calling or e-mailing Carrie Grisenti at 408-355-2240
or Carrie.Grisenti@prk.sccgov.org, or just come out to join us! To get to the trailhead, drive towards Gilroy on Highway 101. From the Highway 101 exit at San Martin Avenue, drive East for 2 miles on San Martin Avenue. The Harvey Bear Ranch entrance to the park is on the left, a quarter mile East of Foothill Avenue, on San Martin Avenue. Call Jennifer at 408-470-0463 if you're running late. The event is free, but a parking fee may apply.
Thursday, July 29th at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Ryder Park in San Mateo. Come walk the lovely, paved Bay Trail. Beautiful views of the bay, sailboats, windsurfers, and airplanes using the airport. Also enjoy the nice picnic, dog play, and playground facilities. Hike will commence from the playground adjacent to the entry parking area of Ryder Park. Dogs welcome! For directions, see The Ryder/Seal Point/Harborview/Coyote Point Parks Page. If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082.
Friday, July 30th at 9:45 am join Jenn W. and little Scott for a hike at Byxbee Park in Palo Alto. Meet at the San Antonio Road trailhead. Large wheeled strollers/joggers or baby carriers/backpacks are recommended. Dogs allowed! We'll walk amongst the ponds and baylands, looking out for birds and dragonflies. For more information about the parks and directions to Byxbee, see Byxbee Page . If you're running late, call Jenn at 210-859-8721.
Thursday, August 5th at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Crystal Springs along the Sawyer Camp Trail, West of San Mateo and Burlingame. This is an entirely paved trail (well, I doubt it if we'll make it to the short gravel section connecting to San Andreas Trail near mile 6) so all strollers work fine. Plenty of benches and port-o-potties along the way, and a nice picnic area with water near the 3.5 mile mark (if we make it that far). For information about the hike or directions, see Crystal Springs Page. Meet at the benches just inside the gate at Crystal Springs Rd and Syline Blvd. If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082.
Friday, August 6th at 9:45 am Jenn W. and little Scott will lead at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino/Los Altos Hills. Meet at the main lower parking lot at the water fountain in front of the bathrooms(just past the entrance, turn right, then follow the road until it ends). For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. The hike will be to the farm and back - about 2 miles, with a stop at the farm for a break. This hike is at least half shaded. If you're running late, give Jenn a call at 210-859-8721.
Thursday, August 12th at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Alviso Marina and Don Edwards Wildlife Refuge in Alviso. Come enjoy the range of birds, the Bay breezes, and see the train! The boardwalks here are great for toddlers. Meet at the Marina Parking lot. Bring a carrier or a jogging stroller for wee ones. Sorry, no dogs allowed. For directions or more information about the area, see The Alviso / Don Edwards Page. Call Debbie at 650-776-1082 if you're running late. This is a Santa Clara County Healthy Trails outing.
Friday, August 13th at 9:45 am join Jenn W. and little Scott for a hike at Alviso Marina and Don Edwards Wildlife Refuge in Alviso. Come enjoy the range of birds, the Bay breezes, and see the train! The boardwalks here are great for toddlers. Meet at the Marina Parking lot. Bring a carrier or a jogging stroller for wee ones. We'll try to do the one-mile loop two or three times. Sorry, no dogs allowed. For directions or more information about the area, see The Alviso / Don Edwards Page. Call Jenn at 210-859-8721 if you're running late. This is a Santa Clara County Healthy Trails outing.
Thursday, August 19th at 1:30 pm - Different Time! join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Fitzgerald Marine Reserve near Moss Beach. Join us for a picnic (bring your own snacks) and some low tide treasure hunting. We'll leave all treasures at the tide pools, but enjoy touching, seeing, smelling, and tasting the salt water spray! Don't forget your camera. It might feel like quite a distance to travel, but we'll shoot for low-commute hours to speed up the journey and low tide (predicted to be around 1:30), to made it worth your while to stay. This area is well known for its tide pools and wildlife. The hike is very short, but the beach visit will be quite worthwhile! Debbie and little Max will lead this hike. Dogs not allowed. Baby carrier and sturdy sandals or sneakers for rock hopping (plus a change of clothes in the car if you get wet) recommended. For directions and information about the area, see The Fitzgerald Marine Reserve Webpage. Meet at the parking lot. Give Debbie a call if you're running late at 650-776-1082.
Friday, August 20th at 9:45 am Jenn W. and little Scott will lead at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino/Los Altos Hills. Meet at the main lower parking lot at the water fountain in front of the bathrooms(just past the entrance, turn right, then follow the road until it ends). For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. The hike will be to the farm and back - about 2 miles, with a stop at the farm for a break. This hike is at least half shaded. If you're running late, give Jenn a call at 210-859-8721.
Thursday, August 26th at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Mt. Madonna in Watsonville, just beyond where Gilroy Gardens is. Come for a short toddler-friendly hike along Miller Nature Trail, past Miller House Ruins. Toddlers will be encouraged to walk, run, and explore along this shaded dirt trail; a backpack/carrier are best for non-walking children. Meet at the Miller Nature Trail parking lot (near the ranger station), at the Lower Miller Trail trailhead. To get to Mt. Madonna County Park, take the Hecker Pass/Highway 152 Exit from Highway 101. After about 9.5 miles on Highway 153 at the junction with Pole Line Road, turn right to take the main entrance into the park. Drive towards the ranger station. Bring a few dollars to pay for parking. If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082. This is a Santa Clara County Healthy Trails outing.
Friday, August 27th at 9:45 am join Jenn W. and little Scott for a hike at Shoreline Park in Mountain View/Palo Alto. The trail is paved, so it's great for all strollers or kid carriers. Meet at the lake next to where the sailboats are kept (to the right of the cafe / bathrooms building) in Shoreline Park. There are plenty of play structures and a beach for toddlers - we'll stop to play after the hike! Sorry, no dogs allowed. For information about the park and directions, see Shoreline Park Page and Emily Renzel/Byxbee Page. If you're running late, call Jenn at 210-859-8721.
Friday Hikes discontinued beginning in September.
Thursday, September 2nd at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Sunnyvale Baylands. This trail is entirely paved, so any stroller will work! Meet next to the recycled water test garden (take a left after entering the park). For more information or directions, see the Baylands Page. The park usually charges a fee for parking this time of year, but is often understaffed; you can park for free if there is no park staff there to take money. Free parking is also nextdoor, at the baseball field (if you park near he adjacent fence, just skirt the edge of the fence to enter the park near the street). If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082.
Weekend of Saturday September 4th through September 6th join Stroller Hikes for their fourth annual Family Camping Trip. This is an annual fundraiser for Stroller Hikes (we request a $20 donation per family). Details to come!
Thursday, September 9th at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Bol Park in Palo Alto. Meet at Bol Park near the corner of Matadero Avenue and Laguna Avenue (on Laguna Avenue). This trail is entirely paved, so any baby transport will work, but we'll encourage toddlers to walk. The trail is a widely used multi-use path that was converted from an old railroad line - a little history here! Come visit the donkeys and chickens and see a piece of "old" Palo Alto. Meet at the playground in the middle of the park. For more information, see The Bol Park Webpage. Call Debbie at 650-776-1082 if you're running late.
Thursday, September 16th at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Alum Rock Park in San Jose. We'll explore the old mineral springs area of the park, checking out the trickles of water that lead to the creek. Meet by the YSI building (drive well into the park and follow signs). All types of strollers will work. For directions or more information about the area, see The Alum Rock Park Page. If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082.
Thursday, September 23rd at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Los Alamitos Creek Trail. The path is entirely paved, so any strollers or baby transport will work. We may linger afterwards to play in the playground, visit with the ducks, or have a snack on the nice, green lawn. Meet by the play ground next to the Bocce Ball Court, near the "back" entrance gate. Dogs are welcome, and this is a toddler-friendly path that is great for new tricycle or bicycle riders. For more information or directions, see the Los Alamitos Page. Be sure to follow the directions at the website, as there are two entrances to the park, and we're meeting at the side that allows dogs. If they are charging for parking and you don't want to pay, park along the street just outside the park entrance and walk in. If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082.
Thursday, September 30th at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Arastradero Park in Palo Alto/Los Altos Hills. Meet in the main parking lot off of Arastradero Rd. Baby joggers or backpacks/carriers will work for this hike, but it will be designed so toddlers can walk, run, and explore. We'll hike to the pond, then see if we can find frogs, see ducks, and find some zooplankton. For more information, see Bay Area Hiker's Description of Arastradero. Debbie and little Max will lead this hike - call 650-776-1082 if you're running late.
Thursday, October 7th at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Almaden Quicksilver in San Jose. We'll hike the 2.6 mile Wood Road Trail. Dogs are welcome, and the trail is half shaded. We'll climb some mild hills, to visit the Mine Hill Rotary Furnace, then return the way we came. There's a nice view of Mount Umunhum from atop these old mining hills! We'll meet at the dirt parking lot, at the junction of Hicks Road, Wood Road, and Umunhum Road. Bring water and a snack for a break at the top of the hills. To get there, take Hwy 85 to Almaden Expressway South, then travel seven miles South along Almaden Expressway to Almaden Road. Continue along Alamaden Road until Alamitos Road, then pass the Almaden Reservoir at about 3.25 miles along Alamitos Road. Turn right on Hicks Road, then at the junction between Hicks and Umunhum Roads, turn right into the Wood Road parking lot. No parking fee. If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082. This is a Santa Clara County Healthy Trails outing.
Thursday, October 14th at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Ed Levin Park in Milpitas. Bring a fishing pole for the toddlers and we'll take a break to try to catch a fish. No license required - but only children can fish here. We'll release anything we catch. We'll encourage toddlers to run, walk, and explore as we hike around Spring Valley Pond along Nature Trail. We'll talk about fishing and the role of fish in this ecosystem, where ducks and zooplankton are prevalent. To get there, take Hwy 680 East and exit at Calaveras Road, then follow signs to the park. Park at the far end of the parking lot to the right of the ranger office/visitor center, then meet near the trailhead for Nature Trail. Bring a few dollars to pay for parking. If you are running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082. This is a Santa Clara County Healthy Trails outing.
Thursday, October 21st at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Santa Teresa Park in San Jose. Come out to see the wildflowers, look for checkerspot butterflies, try to spy a deer, and find serpentine rock formations. Much of this route follows the Juan Bautista De Anza Trail. To get to the trailhead, take the Almaden Expressway exit from Highway 85, then travel south on Almaden Expressway. Turn right onto Harry Road, then left on McKean Road. Turn onto Fortini Road, then park at the dirt parking lot at the park entrance (where San Vicente Avenue also enters the park). The trail is a 2.5 mile loop; we'll follow Fortini Trail along the Santa Teresa Creek for almost a mile, then turn left on Mine Trail, then left on Stile Ranch Trail for some nice views and a return back to the parking lot. There is no parking fee at this park entrance. If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082. This is a Santa Clara County Healthy Trails outing.
Thursday, October 28th at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Pichetti Open Space Preserve in Cupertino. Meet at the trailhead entrance on the West side of the parking lot (also the entrance to the winery). The trail is dirt on some rolling hills, but it gets narrow in spots, so a front carrier or backpack are best, but a jogger will work for most of the trail. For more information or directions, see the Picchetti Page. If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082.
Thursday, November 4th at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Calero County Park in San Jose. Calero County Park is a lovely, open park with rolling hills in the South Bay. The trails are generally wide fire roads, so joggers or baby carriers work best, for non-walking children, but we'll encourage the toddlers to run or walk themselves. We'll tackle a hill to visit the pond and grasslands (via Figueroa/Vallecito/Pena/Los Cerritos Trail Loop), or head over to check out the lake, after visiting with the horses. We'll talk about dragonflies as there are usually a lot here - they are interesting as they spend half of their lives in the water. Meet at the parking lot by the ranger's office, across from the horse grazing area. For information on the area or directions, see Bay Area Hiker's Webpage on Calero or The Santa Clara County Page on Calero. If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082. This is a Santa Clara County Healthy Trails outing.
Thursday, November 11th at 1:30 pm - Different Time!- join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a picnic and farm fun at Ardenwood Historic Farm in Fremont. This is Veteran's Day for many people, so plan ahead to come out with your family. This farm is in Fremont, just over the Dumbarton Bridge. The farm has historic displays, live animals, and a horse-drawn railroad! Bring some money for admission (two dollars for adults, 1 dollar for children over the age of four). This will not be a strenuous hike, but will be suitable for toddlers or older children. We'll visit all the park has to offer, following the roads and trails in the park to the three fields, orchard, gardens, barn and farmyard, and of course the train! We'll try to watch a blacksmith work, feed the animals, and get an ear of corn to pop in the microwave. For more information and directions, see the Ardenwood Webpage. If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082.
Thursday, November 18th at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino / Los Altos Hills. We'll do an almost entirely paved, flat path or a hilly, packed dirt route, depending on who attends. Both trails will go to the farm, and maybe past it. Any baby transport will work, and bikes or trikes can be used on the flat route. Meet at the upper parking lot where model airplanes are flown (just past the entrance, turn right, then left into the first parking area uphill from the lower two). For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. This hike is at least half shaded. Call Debbie at 650-776-1082 if you're running late.
Thursday, November 25th at 8:30 am - Different Time!- let's do a Turkey Trot of our own, Toddler Trek style, up to Hunter's Point at Fremont Older in Saratoga/Cupertino. You'll be done with plenty of time to put the turkey in the oven. We'll encourage toddlers to walk, run, and explore, and visit the "ruins" by the creek, before heading up to a viewpoint to see the rolling grassland and the valley below. Non-walking children should ride in backpacks or carriers. We'll talk about seeds, with grasses as examples, and notice how seeds hitch a ride on socks with special adaptations. Dogs welcome. For more information about the area and directions, see Fremont Older Page. Meet at the Prospect Road parking lot.
Call Debbie at 650-776-1082 if you're running late.
Thursday, December 2nd at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Uvas Canyon County Park. We'll take a tranquil hike through forests with waterfalls. Toddlers will be encouraged to hike, run, and explore. There are very nice wooden bridges to play on, and the water in the wet season transforms this valley into a magical place. We'll explore some of these changes, learning to identify moss, lichens, and ferns, and looking for animals too. The park is located at 8515 Croy Road in Morgan Hill. Bring a few dollars for parking. For directions and information, see The Bay Area Hiker Webpage on Uvas. If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082. This is a Santa Clara County Healthy Trails outing.
Thursday, December 9th at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Coal Mine Ridge/Portola Valley Ranch. This is a lovely, rustic hike, mainly through shaded woods. Toddlers will be encouraged to hike and explore on these narrow trails with new sights around every corner. For non-walking children, a baby carrier or backpack are recommended. We'll talk about Spanish Moss and look for animal trails, while we talk about how critters access water when the creek is so far below this hill. For information about the hike and directions, see The Coal Mine Ridge Webpage. Dogs not allowed. If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082.
Thursday, December 16th at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at McClellan Ranch in Cupertino. We may see some reptiles, plants, and insects with the help of one of the naturalists of the park. We may also visit the gardens and livestock area of the park. Come walk along the new stretch of Stevens Creek Trail here, and check out the creek! Meet at the parking lot at McClellan Ranch Park at 22221 McClellan Road in Cupertino. Any baby transport will work, but we’ll encourage toddlers to hike. If you’re running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082.
Thursday, December 23rd no Toddler Trek scheduled.
Thursday, December 30th no Toddler Trek scheduled.
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